@farmertom
American expat in Belize
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Registration: 06 May 2016
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Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
I was going to put in my $2 worth, but learned my account is already overdrawn...... Read More
Vehicle by Imdone
Is it better to buy a vehicle in belize or should I bring with me when we move there? If I do bring one, which one? Newer model or older beater? Jeep Cherokee? Vw toureg? Or other recommendations? Thanks Ed
My understanding is that the duty is 'amortised' out over a period of 5 years, then no duty owed. Read More
Solar and LED Lighting by GuidoBisogno
In the week I drove around Central and southern Belize I saw only a very few solar installations, one advertisement and absolutely no LED lighting. Anyone know more about why this is? I just completed an 80 unit project with ALL LED lighting, ...
A little current information that might influence some: Chinese LEDs are simply not worth the risk of failure - 60 watt LEDs are regularly available for between $1-2 ea on sale in the US, and WalMart has some @ about $10 per pack of 4. Can be sent ... Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
One can see about as far forward in history as he has looked behind... Eh? Not my quote. I don't think you and I can get into a really decent argument over politics; should we try religion? Much appreciate your thoughts, perhaps we'll meet ... Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
LOL..... the groping was Hillary's husband...... Maybe we could switch to religion? Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
Anyone MOVING anywhere to avoid politics is in for a real SHOCK! Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
I think Billdoesbelize has a fine perspective. Belize is simply. Different. My take is that the negativism of the press in the US has made good candidates unwilling to run for office, just like the increasing demands on police has netted poorer and ... Read More
Cellular Carriers in Belize by Bsimpson
Do you have a cellular carrier(s) and how good is the service? I assume Belize is all hooked up for cell, text, email capability ect. Any idea on monthly service cost? Any responses would be much appreciated. Thank you so much.
Well, I once felt that way about a laptop. I closed it gently, then placed it under the wheels of my semi truck and drove over it. I never again had that problem. It was a wonderfully peaceful month or so....... Regarding carriers, SMART uses ... Read More
Shipping companies by GrammyG
Hello everyone. I am a recently retired single lady who will be in Placencia from March 24 to June 24 to hopefully find a home or small hotel to purchase. I plan to use the QRP and ship household items at a later date. Can someone recommend a good ...
Oh, thanks so much. I am pretty illiterate and don't know how to find a thread, other than it's where the needle is. in the haystack...... Or. the farmer Read More
Cellular Carriers in Belize by Bsimpson
Do you have a cellular carrier(s) and how good is the service? I assume Belize is all hooked up for cell, text, email capability ect. Any idea on monthly service cost? Any responses would be much appreciated. Thank you so much.
The Smart Phones are indeed Verizon, and it is a CDMA network, but will evidently be changing to the GSM format, according to Placencia Smart a few days ago. I had to buy their phone, although I had both Verizon and unlocked GSM phones I brought ... Read More
Shipping companies by GrammyG
Hello everyone. I am a recently retired single lady who will be in Placencia from March 24 to June 24 to hopefully find a home or small hotel to purchase. I plan to use the QRP and ship household items at a later date. Can someone recommend a good ...
I have a love/hate relationship with computers - computers love to exasperate me, and I love computers to shovel dirt with, or use as a shim when lifting a house.....A few weeks ago, I copied information about a Mennonite business transporting ... Read More
HOUSEHOLD SHIPPING CONTAINER FROM BELIZE CITY TO SAN IGNACIO by Scottyboytx
Hi All! This single, well-travelled architect is permanently moving to Belize in a couple of weeks! Yes, I have work in San Ignacio and environs, and will be more active on this venue after I get there. I already know in person more than ...
I have a love/hate relationship with computers - computers love to exasperate me, and I love computers to shovel dirt with, or use as a shim when lifting a house.....A few weeks ago, I copied information about a Mennonite business transporting ... Read More
Driving alone to Belize from Vancouver by Victorialady
Hello I am considering driving alone in a car to Belize. I would like to hear how much it costs, the best route and any suggestions to assist me. I know to have copies of my documents and being careful in Mexico also to have money for the Mexican ...
The key to an exciting trip is to drive a real expensive car, and wear expensive, frilly, feminine clothes (maybe a fancy hat?) and lots of jewelry. Also put all sorts of expensive electronics on the dash, back seat, etc. Hang a fine brooch from the ... Read More
Our drive down to Belize by MaxxaMo
Yay! We made it. We drove down to Belize in a 2005 Jeep packed to the gills with things for us and the dog. That actually turned out to be a good thing. The central route was great although we have nothing to compare it with. We crossed the ...
A roll of toilet paper is a half day wages for some, so..... Thanks for the toll info, friends. Wish you well. Read More
Sanctuary Belize from Buy Belize by Renorussler
Does anyone know anything about a development project in Southern Belize near Hopkins Village called Sanctuary Belize being sold by Buy Belize? My wife and I are looking at relocating to Belize and this project is interesting but we need to be sure ...
AHHHH So. This is why "Paradise" is still a 3rd World country....... Read More